# Event Details - **Event Name**: GBT SUMMIT SAN DIEGO - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 25 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 am – Fri, 25 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Join the world wide congress series on oral wellness.About this EventWelcome to the Era of Oral Wellness: The GBT Summit Comes to San DiegoOn Friday, September 25, dental professionals from across the globe will gather in San Diego for the GBT Summit 2026, a full day dedicated to the future of prevention, minimally invasive care, and Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT). Since 2020, EMS's global GBT Summit series has welcomed more than 8,600 dental professionals worldwide, creating a community committed to advancing patient-centered care through education, innovation, and clinical excellence.Hosted by Karen Davis, the day begins with a welcome that sets the stage for the sessions ahead and reminds attendees that something in dentistry is ready to change. The scientific program opens with Dr. Parag Kachalia, who explores how artificial intelligence is transforming diagnosis by uncovering disease earlier and supporting better clinical decision-making in his keynote, "From Hidden Disease to Clear Insight… How AI is Transforming Dental Diagnosis." After a networking break and live GBT demonstrations, Melissa Obrotka takes the stage with "No More Ignored Advice: How to Get Patients to Listen, Care, and Act," sharing evidence-based communication strategies that help clinicians improve patient understanding, increase treatment acceptance, and inspire lasting behavior change. Next, Kevin Lopez presents "Intentional Oral Hygiene Education: Homecare with a Purpose," offering practical approaches to making homecare recommendations more personalized, meaningful, and effective.Prevention Meets PracticeAfter lunch and continued opportunities to experience live Guided Biofilm Therapy demonstrations, the afternoon shifts to implementing modern preventive care into everyday practice. Dr. Ankur Gupta presents "The Equipment Upgrade that has the Greatest Impact in a Dental Practice," demonstrating how technology can improve clinical efficiency, patient comfort, and treatment outcomes. Dr. Davis Do shares the journey of transforming clinical conviction into sustainable growth in practice. Then Dr. Pamela Maragliano presents "From Prophys to Profit: Building a High-Performing Hygiene Department," exploring how prevention-driven hygiene programs can strengthen both patient care and practice performance. Throughout the afternoon, attendees can continue exploring live demonstrations and connecting with industry partners in the GBT Exhibition Hall.Hands-On LearningRunning concurrently with the main stage, two exclusive, limited-enrollment masterclasses give clinicians the chance to refine their skills through direct experience. The GBT® Technique Masterclass provides comprehensive hands-on training in the Guided Biofilm Therapy protocol, while the PIEZON® Masterclass offers immersive instruction in precision ultrasonic instrumentation and minimally invasive periodontal therapy. With enrollment intentionally limited, participants receive personalized coaching and significant hands-on practice with EMS technology.Modern Periodontal CareThe clinical program concludes with an internationally recognized periodontist, Dr. Andrea Ravida, whose presentation, "Integration of AIRFLOW®, PERIOFLOW®, and PIEZON® Technologies in Modern Periodontal Care," demonstrates how contemporary technologies can be integrated to support predictable, minimally invasive, non-surgical periodontal therapy. Karen Davis closes the day by reflecting on the ideas, innovation, and clinical excellence shared throughout the summit, leaving attendees inspired to bring a new level of prevention-focused care back to their practices.Continue the ConversationWhen the educational program concludes, the experience continues on The Nat's rooftop, from 5PM - 6PM, where attendees are invited to the official GBT Summit After Party. Against the backdrop of the San Diego skyline, clinicians, speakers, and industry leaders come together to exchange ideas, build new relationships, and celebrate a shared commitment to advancing oral wellness. More than a networking event, the GBT Summit has become a gathering place for dental professionals who believe the future of dentistry lies in prevention, minimally invasive care, and helping patients achieve lifelong oral health.Continuing education credit is available for eligible sessions.Please be advised that photographs and videography will be taken at the event for use on EMS website and marketing materials. By entering this event, you consent to EMS photographing and using your image and likeness.EMS does not have a reserved room block or special event rate for this event. For your convenience, we’ve included a list of nearby hotels in the downtown San Diego/Gaslamp area that are within a reasonable distance of the San Diego Natural History Museum.Westgate Hotel San Diego | Luxury Hotel & Wellness DowntownDistance to The Nat: ~7 minutes📞 (619) 238-1818The Westin San Diego Gaslamp QuarterDistance to The Nat: ~8 minutes📞 (619) 239-2200Manchester Grand Hyatt San DiegoDistance to The Nat: ~12 minutes📞 (619) 232-1234Agenda🕑: 08:00 AM - 09:00 AMRegistration + Breakfast 🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:15 AMWelcome: Something in Dentistry is Ready to ChangeHost: Karen Davis, RDH🕑: 09:15 AM - 10:15 AMFrom Hidden Disease to Clear Insight…How AI is Transforming Dental DiagnosisHost: Dr. Parag Kachalia🕑: 10:15 AM - 10:45 AMMorning Break + Exhibition 🕑: 10:55 AM - 11:45 AMNo More Ignored Advice: How to Get Patients to Listen, Care, and ActHost: Melissa Obrotka, BA, RDH🕑: 11:45 AM - 12:00 PMIntentional Oral Hygiene Education: Homecare with a PurposeHost: Kevin Lopez, MHA, BSDH🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PMLunch + Exhibition 🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PMThe Equipment Upgrade that has the Greatest Impact in a Dental PracticeHost: Dr. Ankur Gupta🕑: 01:00 PM - 04:00 PMConcurrent Sessions Track A: GBT® Technique MasterclassHost: Paula Chebat, BSDH, RDHAPInfo: GBT® Technique Masterclass Designed for clinicians looking to strengthen their clinical application of Guided Biofilm Therapy, this immersive three-hour masterclass provides focused instruction on the practical implementation of the GBT protocol. Running simultaneously with the main theater sessions, participants will refine each step of the workflow, enhance clinical efficiency, and build confidence integrating minimally invasive, biofilm-focused care into everyday practice. Through expert coaching and hands-on learning, you'll gain practical techniques to deliver more predictable, comfortable, and patient-centered periodontal therapy.🕑: 01:00 PM - 04:00 PMConcurrent Sessions Track B: HANDS-ON COURSE PIEZON® MasterclassHost: Jodi Deming, RDH, OMTInfo: PIEZON® Masterclass Take your ultrasonic instrumentation to the next level in this immersive, three-hour hands-on masterclass for clinicians who want to refine and master their PIEZON® technique. Running simultaneously with the main theater sessions, this focused workshop provides individualized coaching on tip adaptation, energy transfer, stroke technique, power selection, and clinical efficiency. Whether you're new to PIEZON® or looking to elevate your clinical precision, you'll leave with greater confidence, improved ergonomics, and practical skills you can immediately apply in practice.🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:15 PMTurning Clinical Conviction into Practice GrowthHost: Dr. Davis Do🕑: 02:15 PM - 03:15 PMFrom Prophys to Profit: Building a High Performing Hygiene DepartmentHost: Dr. Pamela Maragliano🕑: 03:15 PM - 03:30 PMInfluence & Persuasion - Using Behavioral Psychology to Be a BetterHost: Janet Dunford🕑: 03:30 PM - 04:00 PMAfternoon Break + Exhibition🕑: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PMModern Periodontal CareHost: Dr. Andrea RavidaUntitled agenda🕑: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PMGBT AFTER PARTY Networking EventHost: EMS DENTAL - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-diego/gbt-summit-san-diego/100001987954482371 - **Event Categories**: business, health-wellness, exhibitions, workshops, entertainment, performances, parties, artificial-intelligence - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 15+ - door_time: 2026-09-25T15:00:00Z - Duration: 8 hours - Location: San Diego Natural History Museum - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 28.52, max: 200, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: San Diego - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: San Diego Natural History Museum - **lat**: 32.7323223 - **long**: -117.147364 - **full address**: San Diego Natural History Museum, 1788 El Prado, San Diego, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: GBT SUMMIT SAN DIEGO - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/729ed23585b939d840e8f3454555c82016e0edf182bf15da17788d05391afd29-rimg-w1200-h400-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1777733127 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is GBT SUMMIT SAN DIEGO being held? - **A:** GBT SUMMIT SAN DIEGO takes place on Fri, 25 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 am to Fri, 25 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm at San Diego Natural History Museum, 1788 El Prado, San Diego, United States. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for GBT SUMMIT SAN DIEGO? - **A:** GBT SUMMIT SAN DIEGO is strictly for guests aged 15 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 15 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing GBT SUMMIT SAN DIEGO? - **A:** GBT SUMMIT SAN DIEGO is organized by EMS Electro Medical Systems. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** GBT SUMMIT SAN DIEGO is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in San Diego, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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